Andy’s Sailboat: A Love Story

Sometimes it’s about finishing that really counts…

I grew up on a lake in Michigan. Two doors down was a boyhood friend named Andy. Andy and I were good friends growing up. Andy and I were way different in many ways. Andy was a tinkerer. He always had a project that was in progress. Maybe rebuilding a bike, a lawnmower or repairing the family camper. Andy always had a project or two that was in progress. His father was an engineer, and Andy had a mechanical mind that I am convinced was at least partially genetic. His father also encouraged him to figure out how things really worked. I remember visiting his house and helping him repair the oil burning furnace in his basement. Now this is a 13 year old kid- yes with direction from Dad- repairing an oil furnace! I admit, there was generally an excitement with…

What is Leading By Serving?

We are all leaders. We lead families, friends, workmates, and we lead by example. Leadership is not about position. A leader seizes the opportunity to make a difference. They lead from where they are. In this space, I share stories and life lessons on grabbing hold of these opportunities. Making an impact. Changing the world.